What is a Matcha Latte?
In short: A matcha latte is a drink made by combining finely ground Japanese matcha green tea with warm milk. It has a silky, creamy texture, a bright green colour and a rich, earthy, slightly sweet flavour with subtle grassy notes. Matcha naturally contains caffeine and can be prepared with whole, oat or almond milk.

What is a Matcha Latte

A matcha latte is a delicious and unique drink, loved by coffee lovers and tea fans worldwide. But what makes a matcha latte so special? Put simply, it’s a combination of matcha — a finely ground Japanese green tea — and warm milk. This gives a silky, creamy texture and an intense, slightly sweet flavour with subtle grassy notes. A matcha latte is a flavoursome drink that’s increasingly finding a spot on the menu at coffee bars and in home kitchens.

Matcha: The essence of green tea

Matcha is a traditional Japanese tea, made from the leaves of the Camellia sinensis plant, just like other green teas. The big difference, however, is in the production method. Matcha leaves are carefully grown, shaded for a deeper green colour and an intense flavour. After harvesting, the leaves are steamed, dried and ground into a fine powder. With matcha you’re basically consuming the whole tea leaf, not just an infusion as with regular tea.

Like other green teas, matcha naturally contains caffeine, as well as compounds such as catechins and L-theanine. Together with its bright colour and distinctive flavour, that’s part of what makes matcha stand out from other teas.

What does a Matcha Latte taste like?

The flavour of a matcha latte is rich, earthy and slightly sweet. Because matcha is made from whole tea leaves, you instantly taste the natural, plant-based notes of the green tea. This can take a little getting used to for newcomers, especially if you’re familiar with sweet coffee drinks. The addition of milk, however, softens the flavour considerably and makes it creamier, adding a subtle sweetness without overpowering the strong matcha flavour. The result is a balanced, mild and accessible drink that many people come to appreciate.

If you’re curious about different ways to make matcha latte yourself, you can check the recipes on our product page.

What to expect from a Matcha Latte

Matcha latte has become popular as an alternative to coffee drinks. Here’s what you can expect:

  • Caffeine from the matcha itself, so keep that in mind if you drink it later in the day.
  • A creamy texture from the milk, which softens the grassy notes.
  • A bright green colour from the finely ground tea leaves.
  • Plenty of room to vary with different types of milk and flavourings.

Why choose a Matcha Latte?

Unlike most traditional coffee drinks, a matcha latte offers a distinctive flavour profile. The combination of milk and matcha creates a lovely balance between a delicious latte experience and the strength of green tea. Whether you’re looking for a calming morning drink or an alternative to coffee, a matcha latte offers a pleasant change of flavour.

On top of that, it’s a versatile drink: you can adjust it to your taste using different types of milk, such as almond milk, oat milk or classic whole milk, which also makes it suitable for vegan or lactose-free diets. You can also experiment with flavour additions like vanilla or honey for an extra dimension.

Make it yourself!

Want to try for yourself how delicious a matcha latte can be? Making one is simple, and you only need some good-quality matcha and your favourite milk. For step-by-step recipes and tips, click here.

Enjoy the flavour of a matcha latte and discover why so many people choose this green tea latte as their favourite daily pick-me-up.